A traffic collision on Interstate 80 West in Sacramento, CA, caused significant traffic disruptions today during the afternoon commute. The incident, involving two vehicles—a white Dodge Promaster 3500 van and a silver Acura—was reported around 3:54 PM.
Both vehicles remained at the scene, with the Dodge van initially blocking part of the roadway. Emergency response teams quickly arrived to manage traffic flow and directed vehicles away from the collision site to minimize congestion. The Acura was positioned sideways on the right-hand side of the road, while the Dodge van was still in the traffic lanes.
By 4:18 PM, responders had successfully moved the vehicles to a nearby parking lot, allowing for the gradual reopening of lanes. Despite the swift actions of emergency personnel, motorists experienced delays and backups in the area as crews worked to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.
Drivers are advised to remain cautious when traveling through this section of Interstate 80 West and to expect potential delays as the aftermath of the traffic incident is resolved.